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THE SYSTEM IS BROKEN!! I've been waiting 8 weeks and they keep saying my claim is under review. Meanwhile I can't pay my bills and they won't tell me what the holdup is. This is ridiculous.
8 weeks definitely sounds like there's an issue that needs resolution. Have you received any correspondence about what they're reviewing?
I just went through this process a few months ago when my company downsized. The 2-3 week timeframe mentioned by Yara is pretty accurate for most cases. Since you were part of a mass layoff, that actually works in your favor - the Department of Labor processes these faster because they can verify multiple claims from the same employer at once. One thing that helped me was checking my claim status regularly on the my.ny.gov portal and making sure I certified for benefits every week even before approval. Also, keep all your paperwork handy in case they need additional documentation. Hang in there - the waiting is the hardest part but it will come through!
That's really reassuring to hear from someone who just went through it! I didn't know that mass layoffs get processed faster - that makes sense though. I've been checking the portal obsessively but will make sure to keep up with the weekly certifications. Thanks for the encouragement, the waiting really is nerve-wracking when you're worried about bills.
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Just want to say hang in there - I know the waiting is stressful. My first claim took about 12 days and then payments started coming weekly after that. Make sure you're doing your job search requirements too because they'll ask for that documentation later.
I'm in a similar situation - just filed my claim this week after being laid off. Reading through everyone's experiences here is really helpful but also nerve-wracking! Does anyone know if there's a way to check if your claim is progressing normally or if it's gone into adjudication? I keep logging into my.ny.gov but it just shows "claim filed" status. Also wondering if anyone has tips for the weekly certification process - want to make sure I don't mess anything up that could delay payments further.
Hey Brady, I'm in the exact same boat - just filed this week too! From what I'm seeing here, it sounds like the "claim filed" status is normal for the first week or so. @Effie Alexander mentioned that you should start filing weekly claims right away even before getting the monetary determination, which is good to know. I m'also worried about messing up the weekly certification - maybe we can help each other stay on track with the requirements? The waiting is definitely stressful when you ve'got bills to pay!
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No extra documents needed in my case! They had my wage info from my employer but there was a discrepancy in how it was entered. The agent just corrected it in their system. But she said if there had been a bigger issue, I might have needed to upload pay stubs or W2s. Worth having those ready just in case!
Wow, this thread is like a goldmine of information! I'm dealing with the exact same issue - been calling the main number for over a week with no luck. My claim has been pending for 16 days now and I'm starting to panic about bills. Going to try the 518-457-9000 number tomorrow at exactly 8:00 AM like Lauren did, and I'll have my W2s and pay stubs ready just in case. It's so frustrating that we have to jump through all these hoops just to get help with our own benefits, but I'm grateful everyone is sharing what actually works. Fingers crossed!
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Make sure you understand exactly what weeks you're entitled to back pay for. The reversal should cover from your original filing date through when the appeal was decided, minus any weeks you might have worked or had other disqualifying factors. Also, be aware that the back pay will likely be subject to taxes, so don't spend it all assuming it's your full amount.
Oh no, I didn't think about taxes! Do they automatically take taxes out of the back pay or do I need to handle that myself when I file next year?
They should give you the option to have taxes withheld, just like with regular weekly benefits. Check your tax withholding preferences in your online account to make sure they're set up the way you want.
Hey Malik! I went through a similar situation about 6 months ago. One thing I wish someone had told me is to start documenting everything NOW - screenshot your online account status, save all the letters you're getting, and keep a record of when you filed each weekly claim. When I got my reversal, there was a discrepancy in how many weeks they calculated for my back pay, and having all that documentation saved me from losing out on about $800. Also, don't panic if your online account looks weird for a few days - sometimes it takes their system a bit to catch up with the appeal decision. The back pay should definitely come automatically, but it might show up as separate deposits rather than one lump sum.
This is really helpful advice! I definitely need to start documenting everything better. Quick question - when you say there was a discrepancy in the back pay calculation, how did you figure out what the correct amount should have been? I'm worried I won't even know if they get it wrong since all these benefit calculations are so confusing to me.
@PixelWarrior That's such great advice about documenting everything! I'm definitely going to start taking screenshots of my account right now. How long did it take from when your appeal was reversed until you actually received the back pay? I'm trying to get an idea of the timeline so I don't freak out if it takes a while.
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You can also check online through the NYS Department of Labor website - they have an employer lookup tool where you can search by business name to see if they're registered for unemployment insurance. It's usually faster than calling and you get immediate confirmation. Just go to labor.ny.gov and look for the employer services section. If your employer shows up in their database, you're good to go for filing a claim if needed.
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•That's really helpful! I didn't know there was an online lookup tool. That sounds way easier than trying to call and wait on hold forever. @b204affbce0a do you remember exactly where on labor.ny.gov the employer lookup is? I'm looking at their site now but there's so many different sections.
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